- 3 Days
- Start: OUARZAZATE
- Kids under 13: 50% Off
TOUR 1 : 3-Days Ouarzazate to Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour
HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore the Draa Valley and its kasbahs
- Visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalt
- Sunset and sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes
Included
- Transportation (4x4 vehicle or minibus)
- Accommodation (desert camps, hotels, or riads)
- Guided Tours
Excluded
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Alcoholic beverages
Itinerary
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DAY 1
Ouarzazate to Merzouga - Begin your Ouarzazate to Merzouga adventure by journeying through the stunning Draa Valley. Leave the 'Hollywood of Africa' behind as you traverse a landscape dotted with ancient kasbahs and lush palm oases. Visit the historic Tamnougalt Kasbah and explore the vibrant weekly market in Agdz. As you approach Merzouga, witness the landscape transform into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Arrive in time for a mesmerizing sunset camel trek, venturing into the heart of the Sahara. Spend your first night in a traditional desert camp under a canopy of stars.
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DAY 2
Merzouga Desert Exploration - Immerse yourself in the Saharan wonders on this highlight of your Ouarzazate to Merzouga journey. After breakfast, embark on a thrilling 4x4 excursion deep into the desert. Discover hidden oases and visit local nomadic families, learning about their timeless way of life. Experience the raw beauty of the ever-shifting dunes and perhaps try sandboarding for an adrenaline rush. Visit the Khamlia village to enjoy traditional Gnawa music. As evening approaches, return to your desert camp for a night of stargazing and reflection on the day's adventures.
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DAY 3
Merzouga to Ouarzazate - Conclude your Ouarzazate to Merzouga tour with a breathtaking Saharan sunrise. After breakfast, bid farewell to the desert and start your journey back to Ouarzazate. En route, explore the historic town of Rissani, once a major Saharan caravan stop, and visit its lively souk. Travel through the Draa Valley once more, this time with a wealth of desert memories to reflect upon. Stop at the pottery town of Tamegroute to see its famous green-glazed ceramics and ancient Quranic library. Witness how the landscape gradually changes from sand dunes to rocky plains and finally to the palm-fringed roads leading back to Ouarzazate.
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